Breastfeeding Friendly Ginger-Scallion Mini Burger Lettuce Cups
These little lettuce cups are packed with bold, fresh flavor — ginger, garlic, scallions, and a touch of turmeric come together in every juicy mini patty. The ingredient list leans on whole, minimally processed foods, which makes this a smart choice when you're paying close attention to what goes into your body and your baby's. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce, keeping things clean without sacrificing that savory depth, and the quick honey-ginger dipping sauce ties everything together beautifully. Crisp butter lettuce leaves act as the perfect edible wrapper, adding freshness alongside julienned carrot and optional cilantro for a little herby brightness. The patties cook up fast in a skillet with coconut oil, so you're not spending hours on your feet — a serious win when energy is at a premium. Ground beef at an 80/20 ratio means the patties stay moist and satisfying, delivering the kind of protein and iron that nursing bodies genuinely need. Serve them as a light dinner, a snack-style spread, or even meal-prep a batch of patties ahead of time for easy assembly throughout the week.
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4 servings
For the patties
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
For the dipping sauce
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp honey
For serving
- 12 butter lettuce leaves, separated and rinsed
- 1 medium carrot, julienned or shredded
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the dipping sauce ingredients: 2 tbsp coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp grated ginger, and honey until the honey dissolves. Set aside.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, white parts of the scallions, 1 tbsp grated ginger, garlic, 2 tbsp coconut aminos, turmeric, and salt. Mix with your hands until just combined — do not overwork the meat.
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